Transportation Trains

Michael Gillespie applies his generous wit, dry humor, and historical insights to the school of railroading literature at the height of the steam era. Personal journals, press reports, and trade magazines all produced stories meant at the time to entertain readers… but which today offer a compelling folk history from the early days of railroads. 350 pages of railroad stories... with editorial introductions and commentary, dozens of historic photos, and a complete railroad glossary... make "OLD TIME RAILROAD STORIES" a true collector’s edition! Michael is also the author of two of the ...

When Monisha Rajesh announced plans to circumnavigate the globe in 80 train journeys, she was met with wide-eyed disbelief. But it wasn’t long before she was carefully plotting a route that would cover 45,000 miles - almost twice the circumference of the earth - coasting along the world’s most remarkable railways; from the cloud-skimming heights of Tibet’s Qinghai railway to silk-sheeted splendour on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Packing up her rucksack - and her fiancé, Jem, Monisha embarks on an unforgettable adventure.

From Pulitzer Prize-winner John McPhee, author of The Founding Fish, comes the fascinating story of an often overlooked, yet vitally important part of America. This first-hand account of the transportation sector features evocative portraits of the men and women who deliver our consumer and industrial goods.

In the summer of 1879, the young writer Robert Louis Stevenson received a telegram from America. Fanny, a dear friend in California, was ill. Stevenson packed his bags and left his home in Scotland. When the steamer reached the east coast of America, his journey had just begun. Stevenson had little money, so he traveled across America the cheapest way: he went by train.

Between 1953 and 1961, R. G. LeTourneau built six Overland Trains. These enormous trackless rubber-tired trains were designed to reduce logistics limitations on undeveloped or non-existent roads. They could carry heavy loads over sand, jungle, and the snow and ice. When President Eisenhower announced the Distant Early Warning (DEW) Line development in 1954, R. G. LeTourneau, Inc. started developing Overland Trains for an Artic environment. Mark Moore takes you through a complete history of the Overland Trains, from the Army's nuclear Overland Train ambitions, digging for gold in Nome, and ...

All aboard! Nickelodeon’s Bubble Guppies learn all about trains.

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Fun sound-effects and whimsical music help tell the sweet tale of “The Magic Train.” The little train looked like an ordinary toy train, but it was not. Every night Magic Train’s job was to gather up the forgotten toys that were left by girls and boys. He would load the toys up and bring them to children that needed them. One night, Magic Train decides to bring toys to Little Tommy because he is sick. Follow along on Magic Train’s journey and find out what toys he brings Little Tommy.

Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny didn't think the old trunk in their house held anything interesting. But an unusual statue they find inside leads them to the Reddimus Society, a secret guild dedicated to returning lost treasures to where they belong. Now the Aldens must help their new friends by traveling across the country with the statue and six mysterious boxes! Can the Boxcar Children keep these seven treasures out of the wrong hands?

Authentic sound effects and playful music help tell the fun story of Trains. When Robby takes his first train ride ever to visit his grandpa, he is amazed at all the wonderful sights and sounds. “All aboard!” the conductor yells as the passengers gather on the platform. Robby knows this will be an exciting adventure, and he is not disappointed.

The Impossible Postal Express is no ordinary train. It's a troll-operated delivery service that runs everywhere from ocean-bottom shipwrecks to Trollville and to space. But when this impossible train comes roaring through Suzy's living room, her world turns upside down. After sneaking on board, Suzy suddenly finds herself deputy post master aboard the train and faced with her first delivery - to the evil Lady Crepuscula. Then, the package itself begs Suzy not to deliver him.

Suzy Smith and her friends have gathered again for the re-launch of the Impossible Postal Express. The celebrations don't last long though, before Trollville is rocked by a violent tremor - one of a series growing more powerful by the day. It's clear something sinister is underfoot. Nevertheless, Suzy's got a long-overdue package that the Express must deliver, and it may just lead her to some answers.

Train has an accident while hauling grain to the mill. Thankfully Tractor is around to help Train get back on track.

This collection of true railroad stories is the author's third book. His first book entitled THE DETROIT & TOLEDO SHORE LINE RAILROAD-EXPRESSWAY FOR INDUSTRY was a detailed complete history with color and b&w photos covering the entire history of this small Class 1 freight carrier. The author's second book, and beginning of a series, is titled WHEN DEADHEAD COUNTED AS REST AND OTHER RAILROAD STORIES and is a collection of 80 short stories depicting exciting, frequently humorous, sometimes mundane, and in a few cases deadly trips over the rails. You will truly be entertained and searching ...

Named one of the "75 People You Should Know" by Trains Magazine, Jim McClellan was a railroading legend and one of the railroad industry’s titans. An iconic and innovative executive, McClellan participated in the creation of both Amtrak and Conrail and worked for the Norfolk Southern, the New York Central, US Railway Association, and the Federal Railroad Administration. My Life with Trains combines a world-class photographer’s love of railroading with the insights of a government and railroad official.

Through the stories of fellow travelers, Greene explores the challenges and opportunities facing the new Russia: a nation that boasts open elections and newfound prosperity yet still continues to endure oppression, corruption, and stark inequality. Set against the wintery landscape of Siberia, Greene’s lively travel narrative offers a glimpse into the soul of 20th century Russia: how its people remember their history and look forward to the future.

Get ready to be "Electrified!" Our new eBook is your comprehensive guide to the exciting world of superconductivity in today’s transportation industry. From automobiles to aerospace, this book covers it all! This eBook unfolds with a foundational introduction to superconductivity, establishing a solid ground for beginners and refreshing the pro's memory. It takes you through the past, present, and most significantly, the future applications across a variety of fields bringing you right upon the cusp of the latest developments. The core of this eBook presents an in-depth analysis of ...

In one of the most inventive travel books in years, Ina Caro invites listeners on 25 one-day train trips that depart from Paris and transport us back through 700 years of French history. Whether taking us to Orléans to evoke the visions of Joan of Arc or to the Place de la Concorde to witness the beheading of Marie Antoinette, Caro animates history with her lush descriptions of architectural splendors and tales of court intrigue. "[An] enchanting travelogue" (Publishers Weekly), Paris to the Past has become one of the classic guidebooks of our time.

Learn how a freight train is operated.

Tom Zoellner loves trains with a ferocious passion. In his new audiobook he chronicles the innovation and sociological impact of the railway technology that changed the world, and could very well change it again. From the frigid Trans-Siberian Railroad to the antiquated Indian Railways to the futuristic maglev trains, Zoellner offers a stirring story of man's relationship with trains. Zoellner examines both the mechanics of the rails and their engines and how they helped societies evolve. Not only do trains transport people and goods in an efficient manner, but they also reduce pollution and dependency upon oil.